H. R. 9488
Introduced in House · July 7, 2026June 25, 2026
Mr. Thanedar introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned
A BILL
To provide for the designation of areas as Health Disparity Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas, and for other purposes.
1. Short title; table of contents; 2. Designation of Health Disparity Zones; 3. Consultation; 4. Tax incentives; 5. Grants; 6. Student loan repayment program; 7. 10-percent increase of payment for items and services payable under Medicare Part B furnished in Health Disparity Zones; 8. Reporting; 9. Definitions; 10. Authorization of appropriations
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,